2008 Infiniti G35 vs. 2004 Acura CL
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G35 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Infiniti G35.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti G35 | 2004 Acura CL | |
| Make | Infiniti | Acura |
| Model | G35 | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
